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| Medical Device Problem Code |
Tear, Rip or Hole in Device Packaging (2385)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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| Date of Event |
05/23/2022
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Type of Reportable Event
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Malfunction
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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(b)(4).Customer has indicated that the product will not be returned to zimmer biomet for investigation, due to the location of the device is unknown.The investigation is in process.Once the investigation has been completed, a follow-up mdr will be submitted.
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that a hole was found in the sterile packaging, compromising sterility.No adverse events have been reported as a result of the malfunction.Attempts have been made and additional information on the reported event is unavailable at this time.
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Event or Problem Description
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No further event information available at the time of this report.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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This follow-up report is being submitted to relay additional information.The following sections were updated/corrected updated: h2; h3; h6 visual examination of the provided pictures identified the stem has punctured through the pouch and the wall of the inner cavity.The outer cavity was not damaged and the stem was implanted.The sterility has not been compromised.Review of the device history record(s) identified no deviations or anomalies during manufacturing related to the reported event.The likely condition of the product when it left zimmer biomet was conforming to specification.The root cause of the reported event is likely to be due to transit damage.If any further information is found which would change or alter any conclusions or information, a supplemental will be filed accordingly.Zimmer biomet will continue to monitor for trends.
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Search Alerts/Recalls
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